Newburgh NY. Mountain lions, or Eastern cougars, have been absent from this state since the late 1800s, according to the DEC, There have been isolated sightings, however they are often either escaped captivity from licensed facilities or animals that trekked thousands of miles from other states, the agency said on its website. Their tail can stretch nearly three feet. I have read about 3/4 of the posts today and still reading. A couple days later we went to the Orleans County 4H fair I told the conservation officer what I seen he told me it was impossible because there isn't any here , I also told him if it would of went towards the cat I would of shot it. My uncle saw a mountain lion in East Chatham late at night, crossing the road in front of him, in 2010. Now, I know nothing about wild animals but wassurprised by the animals she listed because they were the sort of animal Iassumed existed only in places like Africa (I've got the suburban NY-view ofthe world) or the zoo. 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Tracks are typically domestic dog or coyote or unidentifiable. AWARDS. The animal I saw had beautiful think very dense or heavy fur. He told me that DEC released breeding pairs of "big cats" in almost every county of NY to help control the deer population (which has exploded and insurance companies are NOT happy) but that this info was kept very secret due to probable public outcry. It was on the left lying an its side, obviously dead and huge. Sign in with Facebook Deputies responded to Shagroy Rd in North East. For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing make sure to follow Hudson Valley Post on Facebook, download the Hudson Valley Post Mobile App and sign up for the Hudson Valley Post Newsletter. Photos were taken by authorities of the scene and the prints. The New York State DEC has been contacted by several concerned residents in Western New York who say a mountain lion has been on the prowl. I cant imagine escaped pets managed to find each other and breed, i am convinced they have always been here in hiding. Or a tail so long and distinct!! In an announcement on Thursday, July 14, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said it received a number of . "JustwonderingEast Syracuse, NYhuge red fox, moutain lion or lynx on I-81 (S) near Castle CreekNov 9, 2011Did any one see a dead huge cat like animal on the southbound side of I-81 about a mile closer to Syracuse then the exit for Castle Creek. Translation Tools! Hudson Valley Post sent the photo, seen above, to the New York State DEC and they confirmed the animal is a mountain lion. My only sighting in 51 years of hunting. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. We looked above and around never seeing it. I found this site while researching for what I saw on the hill where I have land in Richford NY in Tioga Co. Captions next to the images indicate where the original photo was taken. Hunting season 2010 I persoonally ecountered a mountain lion or cougar in Camden N.Y.Thought i had seen this cat in the 2009 season but wasnt 100pct. Iwould say its back would have been about 2-3 feet off the ground had it beenstanding. It was not a large house cat, it was unmistakable. On Cooley road next to Fir Brook, Long Pond/ Blue Hill area. We then both realized that it was a Mountain Lion and declared it out loud at the same time. Mount Beacon is without a doubt the most popular hike in all of Dutchess County. 845-486-3913. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Soon after I passed the Whitney Pointexit, but well before Castle Creek, I saw a dead cat on the left shoulder ofthe road. Not as much any more. a few houzz links in tag# format (sorted by tag#). Sunday August, 15th 2021 around 2:30 PM, driving East on Route 20 in our RV my Wife and I saw a brownish color animal crossing northward on the road ahead of us. Some sightings are unbelievable. When it got closer I realized it was not a dog. A coalition of concerned individuals and groups met to support the need to preserve the Dutchess Quarry Caves on Lookout Mountain in Goshen. I just started really getting into coyote hunting last year so maybe this winter I will see something cool since I will be doing it more often now. They also found that people who were more knowledgeable and perceived lower risk were more likely to support natural colonization. I saw it at around 10:40am Tuesday morning. It left a foot print in the mud. I watched it for about 10 seconds until it dissapeared into the woods. I called the police (I think Castle Creek but can't recall-maybe Broome county sheriff- not sure.) Location. Obsessed with natural light, tall ceilings and all windows. It was the summer of 1969. I talked to and old timer who grew up in that area and he confirmed his own sightings over the years. One is the Eastern Timber Wolf and the other is the Catamount or mountain lion both of which are believed to have been extinct for the last 100 years in the Eastern United States. Dutchess County Jail. Mountain Lions weigh from 80-225 pounds (36-103 kg), averaging 140 (64 kg). Placing a can or bucket over the tracks may help preserve them until they can be examined by DEC wildlife staff. I was working in Bradford county PA close to the NY state border cutting lines (paths). I began to google the various animals she suggested to compare to what I saw. first step (like post above) is develop your "wish list" mission statement. They have stain too. My daughter and I were burying my cat, which died after 20 years, In Fryeman Park above Studio City, Ca.As we stood up to leave, I got a very heavy stench in the air(like fifty dirty, cat litter boxes together, or a visit to the zoo). He noted the animal had a large rounded head with rounded ears and was bigger than a large dog. 7. My only question was it was the color of a yellow lab. In an announcement on Thursday, July 14, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said it received a number of calls to investigate after a trail camera in Western New York showed what was believed to be a mountain lion. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. sure.But within 20 yards 2010 season i was absolutly sure this was a mountain lion or cougar. When taking photographs of tracks, please include an object of known size, such as a quarter or ruler, next to the track. The busiest season is Apple-picking Season. 100% positive, absolutely no doubt. These places are great for a family fun - filled day of picking your own fruit. My dad was also followed during the day while out squirrel hunting he could hear the crashing of sticks but only slight flashes of a brownish color fur, ,when he stopped walking it stopped,he was in a heavy thicket so couldn't get a clear look. They believe this lion was released or escaped from its owner/handler. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Each sighting involved cougars that are not native to New York. Winters used to be very tough. A mountain lion in the western U.S. stands on a rock. He heard a huge ruckus of the dogs barking suddenly the one female screamed in pain and came running to him but the male took off after something and didn't return home till the next morning. We are new residents in the Catskills, living on the southern foothills of Mombaccus and High Point - Tabasco, NY to be exact. One set of what appeared to be baby prints right along side a huge set that joined in, they were next to some deer and coyote prints and the adult cat tracks were a good bit larger than either. Years ago I saw what I believed then, and still do, to be a cougar, but nothing like that in years. Two days later there was a sighting of a mountain lion watching the children in a school yard, below from the same section.I believe the sightings! Submit your photographs and findings to DEC via the contact information at the right of this page. That should read I-81 not 17! This is not true. We never see faces. She said she would have someone check it out. DEC staff will only investigate reports where physical evidence of tracks, scat or hair exist; or when a captive animal has been reported or escaped, the DEC said. Soon after I passed the Whitney Point exit, but well before Castle Creek, I saw a dead cat on the left shoulder of the road. etc. If so, maybe there is a den nearby. I don't know if it is an escaped pet, a vagrant passing through, or a resident! I would say its back would have been about 2-3 feet off the ground had it been standing. i thought I saw a deer in the ditch, but as I went by, the figure looked back at me and it was definitely a mountain lion. This 15-mile Empire State Trail section is an off-road paved trail, welcoming bicyclists and walkers of all abilities. I'll look for tracks in area's near this weekend & report back.. Did not report back, Did not have a chance to canvas the area North between Struble Rd. Hello. Touch for map. Maybe a mountain lion? I checked for tracks but couldn't find anything other than deer tracks. " The screams like a woman being murdered the story above about being followed and the sound stopping when you do. It had a long tail. Hudson Valley Post sent the photo, seen above, to the New York State DEC and they confirmed the animal is a mountain lion. What's happening: Swimming and picnic areas are two of the biggest attractions at this 14,086-acre park, which spans Putnam and Dutchess counties. Around 1930, all of them were hunted to extinction. I was just reading the start of this thread and read the one from Marathon. It was less than 100yds off the West side of the road, sitting on top of a section of rock/cliff that the highway had been cut through. I know exactly where I saw the dead animal so a wildlife person or ranger could easily investigate. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. - We would just like to alert everyone to please be aware for the safety your families and pets. Halfmoon is located in Saratoga County. Note I'd expect nothing foundbut It's the water source below where I saw it cross Struble just above Rosewood. The Wildlife Society news, events, and happenings covered here. Knife-wielding suspect shot by officers in Dutchess County. As of right now, there is a 0 recorded population of mountain lions living in New York. Entdecke Vintage Postkarte Zuckerhut Berg Hudson River Dutchess Co. New York Natur in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! In 1969 I went to a summer camp in Mountaindale, NY. Rhinebeck, A trail cam photo of the animal people thought was a mountain lion, A photo of the cutout of a mountain lion the DEC placed at the location, New Poll Reveals How NY Voters Think Gov. Yikes!!! Anyways what finally brought me to post was the fact that there recently was a Mountain Lion in NY. If possible, photograph the animal. According to the DEC, mountain lions, which are also called Eastern cougars, aren't typically seen in New York but there have been a few isolated sightings. Hello. I also noticed someone who bought a log home mention they have had to stain a lot and someone talked about caulking cracking in a used one. He spent some time out West where they're more common and had seen many of them there; no mistaking it, from his point of view. I love it. It was 40-50 pounds, catlike round face, round tail that swept up at the end, very smooth fur, and very muscular. Here's the rest. This was in Jersey Hill State Forest, near Birdsall, NY (Allegany County)! Amazing sight and never will forget this beautiful creature. Like other experts, Koontz points out that if they called the Hudson Valley home, a few would become roadkill. I think that's proof enough. I would also like to add my observation of the disappearance of morning and evening sightings of multiple deer crossing my property along with the lack of signs of coyotes in the last month. Many residents in Western New York claimed to have seen a . Or sign in with one of these services. Has anyone heard of mountain lion attacking a horse on turkey hill in berkshire ny? I would not be surprised if a rich person in CT owned a mountain lion illegally. I wish he was still with us to finally see others are now confirming what he had said for yrs. I had no idea there was any controversy about whether they exist or not. At that point I found this post"05-05-2011, 06:48 PM #1CrochetPosts: 158Mountain lion sightingFirst, let me state that I have all my faculties, excellent eye sight, and am not given to exaggerations. I lived in Southern California for 12 years. Bear Mountain-Beacon Hwy, Route 9D Scenic Byway: Putnam: 8.08 miles: Bear Mountain Bridge: Rockland, Westchester . I'm not going to call it a mountain lion though cause it was too dark and too far to tell. DEC staff will only investigate reports where physical evidence of tracks, scat, or hair exist; or when a captive animal has been reported to have escaped. The sighting on Gerdes Road is the third in the past month and very close to the most recent one, on . Mountainview Garden Apartments has rental units ranging from 279-1400 sq ft starting at $1325. I have read the threads above. On Thursday, the New York State DEC released information about an investigation into reports of a mountain lion that was allegedly caught on a trail cam in Western New York. DEC confirmed a mountain lion was in the Lake George area in 2011 before being killed by a car in Connecticut. I do not believe that they are both mirages. Mountain Lions in New York. Is that a bobcat? My mom lives in Rome new york. We've been here not even 5 months and marvel at the bountiful wildlife. For years now my entire family and friends have been putting out trail cameras and have got some cool pictures and videos, coyotes, deer, bear, raccoons, foxes, hawks, crows, you name it, we have never gotten a bobcat or mountain lion. Also, below is a link to a youtube video, owned by me, that was taken on my trail camera of a large fisher around Feb of last year. Recently , a mountain lion was killed by a car in Connecticut.Do you ever think the Connecticut DEP will release any inforegarding whether or not it was de-clawed or the contents of it's stomach to see what it was feeding on ? I live in upstate NY. The one I saw was not so big that it would have been very visible to drivers if it were on the top of a hill. What I really wanted to say is my input and give everybody a link to a fisher video. Wldnerness: Can you put me in touch with any of the state Dec/Rangers/etc from that area?". Lastly, very sadly as many have said would happen, this mountain lion was killed by a car. It was definately a black mountain lion, with the long tail. In about ten minutes, you'll stroll out into what must be one of the nicest viewpoints in the Hudson Valley, or anywhere else. . Lions being here many of the reasons you gave of why mountain lions are not in the state were true. Recent researchon suitability of habitat in the Northeast for mountain lions seems to point to a section of the Adirondacks as crucial habitat. I knew it had to be a mountain lion. Anyway, I love the forum and will continue reading now till I read them all. We need to find out how people feel about this and if theyre interested in making this happen, McGovern said, adding that its also important to determine if the landscape can support the animals and how many it can support. I have seen a bobcat up close and personal, it actually stalked me so quietly I didn't even know. Both cats had the same qualities: sleek movers, slick coats, concave arch in their back, huge shoulder blades sticking up, long tail barely grazing the ground. In fact, I would have been quite surprised to hear that they existed in this country at all. . I was born an raised in Orleans County NY near Lake Ontario. a Dutchess County resident since 2000, formerly of Brewster and Yonkers, passed . No more drafts where it is tongue and groove. 4bd. October 1: Oktoberfest at Putnam County Golf Course. I looked for that one but no luck. I called the police (I think Castle Creekbut can't recall-maybe Broome county sheriff- not sure.) A viral post on social media reported a mountain lion was spotted in the Hudson Valley. Another sighting involved a wild cougar that traveled from South Dakota to New York. At 40 yards away from his position the animal turned into the woods onto a deer trail. Once while hunting a huge hill towards dark I had something come down the hill in a cat like posture and walk but it was too far to tell what it was and get a good look at it's tail but it was big, bigger than the bobcat I saw. Not afraid of dogs, coyotes, or much else, either. I thought I was crazy until my dads buddy who lives 5 min from sighting told me hes seen a couple around on his way to work. Appalachian Trail Map - Dutchess and Putnam provided by the Trail Conference This free map of the Appalachian Trail through Dutchess and Putnam counties is provided by the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. We were going around a curve in the road when i saw a camel/dark tan colored big cat next to the road looking to cross. What you're describing sounds more like one of those than anything else. Attend our 30th annual conference November 5-9, 2023 in Louisvlle, Kentucky. However, the DECcould notconfirm the animal seen in the photo was really spotted in the region because the person who took the photodidn't contact the DEC so theycouldn't investigate. We stared looking intently trying to identify the animal. We caulked with Energy Seal on the outside of the house with their product for tongue and groove homes in the summer of 2000 and today in 2022 it is still going strong. The Beacon Sloop Club holds & participates in several festivals and events each year to raise funds for the clubs activities and spread the jpy of sailing. Next Events . The legs were long.The color was very close to the red you would see on a domestic red cat-solidcolor not spotted and not merely tan with reddish tint-clearly orange red. I have posted this places hoping to hear from others who saw what I did. A few months later, in October 2019, Cici Marie LaPierre posted a video on Facebook of an animal walking on Main Street, near the NAPA Auto Parts, in Saranac Lake. It was less than 100yds off the West side of the road, sitting on top of a section of rock/cliff that the highway had been cut through. The version I heard was that a farmer shot one in his field with a radio collar on and within minutes the DEC was at knocking at his door and confiscated it before he could show anybody. Rumors have been circulating for the past few years that the DEC has released cougars to control deer populations. New York State officials released in-depth details about an impressive investigation following reports of a mountain lion in New York. "We have received information from residents that there . I'll be going out tomorrow morning to try and find tracks in the frozen snow. DSA - January 1, 2021- December 31, 2024 (.pdf) Non-Union Benefit Group - January 1, 2022 (.pdf) PBA - January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023 (.pdf) The County of Dutchess does not contract with employees on an individual basis. Beautiful thing, but surprising! So, when the dispatcher mentioned things like mountain lions and panthers I was very surprised. A couple of sightings involved captive mountain lions that escaped from licensed facilities in New York State. A Facebook user said a mountain lion was caught on camera in the west park area in the Town of Esopus on Floyd Ackert Road. Mountain Lions were common in the Catskill Mountains in the 1700's and 1800's. They were hunted to extinction in the 1800's and early 1900's. Around 1900, New York State paid a large bounty for each Mountain Lion killed in the Catskill Mountains. It was around 10:30 am. Article. He called DEC they came took plaster of it but refused to confirm it was a cougar. If you did not see it but are familiar with the wild life around there, any ideas? from that area?". I got off my 4wheeler and walked in after them. 1 dead after school bus crashes into police patrol car in NY. I keep doing google searches looking for evidence that others saw what I did on the side of the road that day. It was sitting on it's haunches, leaning forward, ears forward, looking down onto/across the highway. The color was very close to the red you would see on a domestic red cat-solid color not spotted and not merely tan with redish tint-clearly orange red. In November I was driving from Syracuse to Binghamton, NY. So I hope this offers some info to folks who need it. Someone told New Canaan police that a mountain lion was spotted on Gerdes Road, just north of the Darien-New Canaan border, at about 6 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14.. For helpful information on identifying mountain lion tracks and more, visit the Missouri Department of . . The big cat sighting is the third in the past month in New Canaan, and close to the previous one, Aug. 8, on White Oak Shade Lane.. Mountain lions, by contrast, weigh 140 pounds on average. This can get everyone on the same page and provide a realistic idea about what risks there might be and what precautions to take as well as how likely it is to happen and what you can expect., Header Image: Rare Sightings in Dutchess County. Houzz nutzt Cookies und hnliche Technologien, um Ihre Benutzererfahrung zu personalisieren, Ihnen relevante Inhalte bereitzustellen und die Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu verbessern. I had no idea there was any controversy about whether they exist or not. Hochul Is Doing Months Into First Full Term, Coops! I heard them in the woods. It had a very long tail that had fur that was straight (not fuzzy or curly) and the tail was rope-like. As I rode toward them they walked slowly into the tall grass off the road. 145 trails with 87 photos The description sounds so similar to what I wrote and to what the other guy (see my post above) wrote (and said). See all available an apartment apartments for rent at Mountainview Garden Apartments in Fishkill, NY. My input on mountain lions is that I have not heard or seen any real proof myself, and I think given that most of NY is forest and mountains, especially the Adirondacks (I never been except Lake George for vacation lol) I think its possible that mountain lions could exist and Id love to see proof. Ronald Kette. When we built we spent a lot of time interviewing builders, interior designers, landscape arch. Marker is in this post office area: Pawling NY 12564, United States of America. The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance supervises support programs for families and individuals. Eastern cougars (mountain lions) do not have a native, self sustaining population in New York State. Best Places for Kayaking, Hiking, Biking and Fishing in the Hudson Valley. . 213 Stissing Mountain Rd. Do I believe him? Dutchess County Tourism Calendar of Events - things to do in Dutchess, check back often as the calendar updates frequently. Few years ago I talked to an older DEC officer while taking care of his wife. I no longer believe that I did see a mountain lion. Definitely FisherCats here near Binghamton. This man had no reason to lie and I truly believe what he saidmakes total sense. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Upstate New York Driver Somehow Gets MINI Stuck While Hiking, Impressive Freebies For Property Owners In New York State, 1 Million Gallons Of Radioactive Waste Linked To Cancer Headed For Hudson River In NY, Snow Totals: 1st Storm For Most Of New York Brings Lots Of Snow, TODAY Show Host From Upstate New York Abruptly Leaves Mid-Show, Vicious Predator In New York State Threatens Dog, Hudson Valley Man, Stolen Hudson Valley Dog Found At New Home In New York State, FBI: Top New York Official Found With Guns, Fake FBI Badges In Hudson Valley, Guilty Plea. This compare this post to mine a few posts above:" Posted by Mark (orthoboy2@hotmail.com) on Mon, Nov 5, 07 at 17:5599.9% sure I saw a mountain lion while hunting near Marathon NY on Sun. Last year (2010) on route 17 driving south I almost hit a black bear crossing the highway near Hancock, NY. The study also suggests public education might benefit people who could potentially encounter a mountain lion in the wild, while hiking, for instance. Then one spring standing in his front yard he saw what he thought was a cougar crossing the hay field and then across the road. And no, John Mer, what I saw and what this guy and what the Crokit saw, all within 8 miles of each other over a span of 4 years was not a Coyote with a swollen face. 845-486-3900. But the stench followed us to the entrance of the park. He coon hunted extensively. No more! "People are saying, literally, they saw a lion," Tollisen told the newspaper, adding that another resident became alarmed after finding large paw prints. And now, a mountain lion was killed in Connecticut in a road accident. Touch for directions. Listen anytime, anywhere. October 30, 2015 by Dana Kobilinsky. Started to comment on the great photography of the Cent. over 40 years ago while returning for a annual hunting trip. In June 2019, the Town of Halfmoon warned residents that other residents reported "sightings of a mountain lion." New York State officials shared the results of an investigation prompted by reports that a mountain lion was caught on a trail camera in the region. 992 Homes For Sale in Dutchess County, NY. An absolutely beautiful animal, well muscled, excellent specimen. I called her later that day. Maybe there is an adolescentperiod when the body becomes solid color and the face is still round? If you did see it, or heard someone else talking about it, what was it? Sign up to stay up-to-date on wildlife science, news and events. These two sightings are at identical places. These manuals can be found online, as well as in any DMV Office, or by calling the NY State DMV Call Center at 518-486-9786. . @dreambee, it is a big process but worth it in the end if you work with the right "team". The legs were long. I have homing pigeons, It was laying in the grass staring at the homing pigeons, it rose up from the grass as I walked towards it, when I relealized what it was, I walked backwards away from it, it slowly sank back it the grass( it was tall we had not cut it yet). Share your pictures of fall foliage and decor in the Comments. A couple of sightings involved captive mountain lions that escaped from licensed facilities in New York State. by View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. Sink your feet into the . * For more Upstate New York outdoors on Facebook, go to Upstate NY Outdoors on NYup.com. The only other thing it could have possibly been (other than a live mountain lion/cougar/panther) is a full body mount of a mountain lion/cougar/panther and someone pulling a prank. Whether here naturally or escaped from a zoo, I cannot speculate. Just a few places have needed touch ups. It looked like it had a body like a mountain lion, a long tail with long fur-not bushy and a face that was rounder like a lynx.Its color was pretty uniformly red-not mixed or strips or anything like that. It was about 30-40 feet above the highway. They can have dark fur, almost black and are a very large type of animal from the weasel family. Click here to follow Daily Voice Northwest Dutchess and receive free news updates. Can't say how true it is but I do hear that from a lot of folks. We offer a wide array of junk removal services to best help you reclaim your space from old junk. 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